Father’s Day – Let’s Honor The Dads

Father’s Day is certainly not the oldest holiday in the World or even in America. Usually, Dads are celebrated by getting a day to do whatever they want…which most Dads believe to be a great idea. You will see Dads playing golf, fishing, bowling, working on their Model-T-Bucket hot rod or just plain napping in front of the TV.

Now Dads may not be quite as busy as many Moms regarding the chauffeuring aspect, but we must admit most do their part in driving the kids to camp, to soccer, to baseball and yes…to the orthodontic office of Affiliated Orthodontics.

Father’s Day History

So how did the celebration of Father’s Day come about? Well here is some history:

Wikipedia describes it like this…Father’s Day is a celebration honoring fathers and celebrating fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society. In Catholic Europe, it has been celebrated on March 19 (St. Joseph’s Day) since the Middle Ages. This celebration was brought by the Spanish and Portuguese to Latin America, where March 19 is often still used for it, though many countries in Europe and the Americas have adopted the U.S. date, which is the third Sunday of June. It is celebrated on various days in many parts of the world, most commonly in the months of March or May. It complements similar celebrations honoring family members, such as Mother’s Day, Siblings Day and Grandparents Day.

Father’s Day is celebrated worldwide to recognize the contribution that fathers and father figures make to the lives of their children. This day celebrates fatherhood and male parenting. Although it is celebrated on a variety of dates worldwide, many countries observe this day on the third Sunday in June. This year in 2017, Father’s Day falls on Sunday, June 18th.

In America, it all began when a young woman wanted to honor her dad. In May of 1909, Sonora Smart Dodd of Spokane, Wash., sat in church listening to a Mother’s Day sermon. She decided she wanted to designate a day for her dad, William Jackson Smart. Dodd’s mother had died in childbirth, and Dodd’s father, a Civil War veteran, had taken the responsibility of single-handedly raising the newborn and his other five children. June 17, 2010. The following year, Dodd wanted to celebrate Father’s Day on June 5th, her father’s birthday and petitioned for the holiday to be recognized in her city. Needing more time to arrange the festivities, Spokane’s mayor pushed the date back by two weeks, and the first Father’s Day was celebrated on June 19, 1910, according to the Spokane Regional Convention and Visitor Bureau.

Well, the entire Team at Affiliated Orthodontics in Peoria AZ will let Mom and Dad decide who works the hardest for their kids but we want to thank you both for your efforts to assist and take care of your children in every way possible. Thank you and Happy Father’s Day to you Dads. FORE!!!!

We love this office! We are always greeted by Diana's smile and positive attitude right when we walk through the door and she is always quick to assist. Lori is very knowledgeable, great with our questions and very kind. Irene is always great with my girls and makes them feel comfortable at each appointment. She always does the best job and I trust that my girls are getting the best work with her. These ladies are awesome!

James Noble

5 out of 5 stars

posted 1 week ago

Dr. Chris Teeters is one of the most skilled, kind, caring and professional persons you can meet. If you are looking for a trusted, accomplished orthodontist who will provide the most comprehensive care and obtain outstanding results in a warm environment, look no further than Dr. Teeters. He gets my highest recommendation!

Roxanna Schwindy

5 out of 5 stars

posted 1 week ago

I absolutely love this office, Dr. Davis is the best. We have been coming here for years and has made sure my daughter has the best dental care. Irene is the best, always so happy , always makes Samantha feel at ease when we go in. She is very gentle and makes sure my daughter is comfortable 😊. I could not have asked for a better orthodontics office for my kids 😊😊

Sana 1234

5 out of 5 stars

posted 3 months ago

Nicole and Irene are wonderful and hardworking young ladies. They took care of me all the way from the rubber band separators to now braces. They both took extra good care of me through pain and even while currently having braces. They are very gentle, sweet, and patient with me. I have never had such a sweet and caring dentist like them. I do 100 percent recommend both of them.